Dog Bite Prevention Week: Tips To Help Dog Owners Prevent Dog Bites
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April 7-13 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. Owning a dog can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. Along with this comes great responsibility. A dog owner can help prevent his pet from lashing out and attacking by incorporating these simple tips. While it may not work for every breed all the time, these tips can potentially keep many people safe from dangerous dog bite accidents. Spay or Neuter Your Dog When done early in life, spaying or neutering your dog can decre


- Mar 27, 2019
- 2 min
Take Me Out To The Braves Game: Baseball Game Safety Tips
Spring is here which means temps are rising and you're looking for more activities and events to go to that are outside. A baseball game is a perfect way to spend a spring or summer day, but the hot temperatures at these games can create a large risk. If you're planning to visit Atlanta's own Suntrust Park to cheer on the Braves this season, follow these few tips for an enjoyable experience: Dress Appropriately Comfortable clothing that is also light weight and loose fitting

- Mar 19, 2019
- 2 min
Torts To Courts Episode 3: Sitter Safety Suggestions
Spring has arrived in #Georgia and before you know it, the kids will be on summer break and temperatures will near the 90's. Many parents will hire sitters to watch after their children during the summer, so that they can maintain their work schedule. Although sitters offer a convenience for parents, and kids love having someone new around the house, there are important safety tips to remember as you and your family make the transition into summer break. For our latest episod


- Feb 26, 2019
- 3 min
2019 Automotive Recalls
Automotive recalls occur more often than you may think. Usually, the recall is due to a defect in a certain car part, such as the air bag, for example. We've listed some of the most recent automotive recalls below. If you are unsure if your vehicle is included in a recall, you can look it up here or call your local dealership for information. 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz Coupes & Convertibles Mercedes-Benz has recalled over 22,000 of their vehicles. The coupes and convertibles rec


- Feb 25, 2019
- 2 min
Georgia School Bus Safety Laws
School bus laws have been put into place to help keep YOUR children safe. Although these laws are in place, some people still don’t understand all of the rules surrounding school buses. At the end of the last legislative session, lawmakers passed a law that allowed oncoming traffic on highways divided only by a turn lane, to keep going even when school buses stopped to let kids out. In 2019, that has now been resolved. We’ve broke down the Georgia School Bus Stop Law for you


- Feb 22, 2019
- 2 min
Booking The Best (And Safest) Spring Break
Booking a spring break trip should not be done on a whim. We're about a month away from #Georgia schools getting out of school for a week and many people will take to the popular beach destinations. If you're in the process of booking a trip, or you are still thinking about it, here are some of our best tips on how to book the best + safest spring break trip for you and your family or friends: Research Researching your travel destination is always important, but if you are pl

- Feb 12, 2019
- 2 min
Georgia Hands-Free Law Recap
In July, #Georgia passed the Hands-Free Law that put further restrictions on using your phone while driving. Prior to this law, it had been illegal to text and drive in Georgia for quite some time. The new Hands-Free Act made it illegal to hold your phone at all while driving, including while you are sitting at red lights or stop signs. Georgia's Hands Free Law also banned drivers from sending emails, watching or recording videos, and using social media. For more on what you


- Feb 6, 2019
- 2 min
Best Dog Parks In Atlanta
Warmer weather in #Georgia means that everyone is trying to get outside more. For some that means taking a walk on The BeltLine or finally being able to take their dog to one of Atlanta's finest dog parks. Dog parks are a great place for your dog to meet new furry friends and for you to let them roam freely. It also gives you both a way to exercise and let out extra energy. Here are some of the best dog parks around #Atlanta: Piedmont Dog Park Piedmont Park is centrally locat


- Jan 21, 2019
- 3 min
Understanding Georgia Product Liability Laws
A product liability lawsuit serves to hold a manufacturing or distributing company legally responsible for damages caused by defective or dangerous products. All companies owe high standards of care to consumers. They must make sure their products are safe for use as intended. Failure to ensure the safety of an item through careful design, testing, and adequate warning labels is negligence that could result in consumer injuries and deaths. Product liability laws differ state


- Jan 2, 2019
- 4 min
Bad Driving Habits To Quit In 2019
Today’s world is all about multi-tasking, with endless technology at the tips of our fingers. What we don’t often consider, is how the desire to multi-task and maximize our efficiency can be a serious threat to our health and safety. In 2019, as we strive to keep our resolutions, we all need to add a very attainable goal: drive safer. Safety on the road can be done by quitting these 10 habits that, often with great regret and dire consequences, most people do. Using Your Phon


- Nov 28, 2018
- 2 min
Tips For Driving In The Rain
In 2018, #Georgia experienced nearly 70 inches of rainfall which is far more rain than the state typically averages, according to the National Weather Service. In December alone, #Atlanta had 11 inches of rain. Rain is nothing new to Georgians, but it can definitely cause dangerous driving conditions. As if traffic in Atlanta is not bad enough, throw rain into the mix and you can have some serious problems. We are here to make sure that you are aware of how heavy rain can imp


- Nov 14, 2018
- 2 min
UM Insurance: What It Is & Why You Need It
You have most likely heard of UM Insurance coverage, but may not know exactly what it is. UM Insurance stands for uninsured motorist, but may also be referred to as UIM insurance, meaning underinsured motorist. Other commonly used phrases you may hear when discussing UM Insurance is UMBI, Uninsured Motorist Bodily Injury Insurance, and UMPD, Uninsured Motorist Property Damage Coverage. Below, we’ve broken down what exactly UM Insurance is and, most importantly, why you need


- Nov 12, 2018
- 3 min
4 Common Thanksgiving Accidents
Thanksgiving is one of the most widely celebrated holidays and a great time for family and friends to gather together and celebrate the things they are thankful for. It’s also a time people end up afflicted by more accidents and injuries and in fact, more people visit the emergency room during the holidays than any other time of the year. We want you to make sure that you have a safe holiday and with that in mind, we discuss some of most common Thanksgiving accidents and safe


- Oct 1, 2018
- 3 min
Is Cruise Control Safe To Use?
Cruise control offers a convenience for drivers on long stretches of road. For those traveling great distances over our #Georgia interstates and highways, cruise control can take away the tiring process of holding your foot on the gas pedal. It can even keep you from speeding, so long as you set your speed to within the posted limit. However, cruise control does have drawbacks. Relying on it solely can create a hazardous situation, and it is not suited for all road conditions


- Sep 4, 2018
- 2 min
Reduce The Danger of Child Injury From Tip-Over Accidents
In March of 2018, a news report, revealed that a little girl who was shopping with her family in a Payless store in Riverdale, GA was killed when a large mirror fell on her. The tragic story reminds parents of the importance to take safety measures to reduce the danger of their child being injured by large object tip-overs. Under #Georgia law, if Payless knew, or should have known, about the mirror not being secured properly that they could be, and should be, held civilly lia

- Sep 3, 2018
- 3 min
Georgia Car Seat Laws
In honor of Baby Safety Month in September, we are making sure you know the #Georgia car seat laws. Car accidents are the leading cause of child deaths in Georgia, with an average of about 1,300 fatalities and 179,000 injuries each year. Car seats are a crucial mitigating factor in this alarming trend, and a properly used car seat is 71% effective at preventing injuries to infants and 54% effective at preventing injuries to children from 1 to 4 years old. #Georgia has specifi


- Jul 25, 2018
- 3 min
What NOT To Do After A Car Accident
Most #Georgia drivers have a good idea what to do following a car accident. Check everyone for injuries, contact the police to report the accident, and exchange insurance information with the other drivers. However, it’s also important to know what not to do. Some actions, even though they may seem genuinely helpful, can lead to liability for the accident. Keep the following tips in mind after a car accident, so you don’t wind up facing liability unjustly. Do Not Admit Fault


- Jul 2, 2018
- 1 min
Hands-Free Amazon Products Under $20
Since #Georgia passed the Hands-Free Act, we've nailed down some of the best, inexpensive hands-free products on Amazon that will provide the best hands-free driving experience that you could possibly get. 1. Vent Phone Mount – $9.99 This device mounts onto your car air vent to hold your phone while you are driving. 2. Dash Phone Mount – $9.99 This mount does the same as the previous, however, some people prefer that their vent is not covered so this could be a better option.

- Jun 28, 2018
- 1 min
Best Hands-Free Driving Apps
With the new #Georgia Hands-Free Act, many apps have been discovered that can help keep you safe on the road. These apps have been designed to keep drivers as hands-free as possible while driving. Lifesaver This app blocks the ability to use your phone while driving. The app is especially handy for parents with teenage drivers because it notifies them whenever their child has made it to their destination using GPS monitoring. Additionally, the app has a reward system that par


- Jun 27, 2018
- 2 min
What You Need To Make Your Car Hands-Free
With the hands-free act in #Georgia there are a few essentials that everyone should have in their car to ensure that they are abiding with the law. Car Mount A car mount will ensure that each time you are driving, you are doing so hands-free. It makes the perfect place to put your phone while in route. Be sure to place this somewhere like a vent or a dashboard so that you can easily glance at your phone if you frequently have to use a navigation system on your cellular devic
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